Understanding the genetic regulation underlying host–microbiota interactions is key to elucidating how microbial communities influence host metabolism, immunity, and physiology. In this context, the main objective of this study was to integrate genomic, transcriptomic, and microbial data to identify shared regulatory variants, highlight key microbial taxa, and prioritize biological pathways related to lipid metabolism, immune...

Keymessage Standardized microhaplotype databases for eight diverse crops enable multiallelic analyses, comparative genetics, and breeding decisions. Abstract Microhaplotypes are short genomic segments that contain multiple tightly linked variants, providing multi-allelic data that can enhance genetic resolution compared to traditional biallelic single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) markers. Here, we present the creation and uti...

This study documents an ecotoxicological evaluation of bottom sediments ( n = 21) from a tropical lagoon complex performed in the Itaipu-Piratininga system (Rio de Janeiro State), an impacted urban tropical estuary. To achieve this purpose, three lines of evidence were adopted: sediment characterization, metal contamination and toxicity to tropical species (bioassays with mussels Perna perna , tanaids Kalliapseudes schubartii...

This work investigated how root anatomical traits, such as aerenchyma development, are related to root growth and volume and nutrient acquisition capacity in maize and sorghum plants under water limitation. Experiments were conducted in a greenhouse in a factorial 2 × 2 scheme (two plant species, maize and sorghum) and two water availabilities (well-irrigated and limited irrigation) with six replicates. Leaf gas exchange, grow...

This study analysed widespread extreme precipitation events (WEPEs) across Spain using a high-density network of daily precipitation records, aiming to clarify their spatiotemporal trends and drivers. The findings reveal that WEPEs in Spain show a non-significant trend in either frequency or intensity since 1961, despite the prevailing trend of global warming. Nevertheless, atmospheric circulation plays a key role in shaping W...

In this study we propose a novel approach to standardising drought indices that offers flexibility tailored to local conditions. This involves employing different probability distributions and the Akaike Information Criterion to identify the most appropriate distribution for each region and variable. Following this approach, our proposed methodology enhances the accuracy and comparability across different spatial and temporal...